Live score: The Ghana national team narrowly defeated Panama 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup group stage, Group L, match 1.
On 18 June 2026, the Group L first match of the World Cup group stage was held at BMO Field in Toronto, Canada, featuring the Ghana national team led by experienced Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz against Panama.
The result was a narrow 1-0 victory for Ghana, with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring the decisive goal in the 90+5 minute injury time, earning three points to the delight of their fans, while Panama suffered a painful defeat without scoring.
In the upcoming schedule, Ghana will face England on the night of 23 June at 03:00 Thailand time, while Panama will meet Croatia on the morning of 24 June at 06:00 Thailand time.